Front yard vegetable and edible gardens are permitted in unincorporated Clark County, subject to water conservation requirements. Nevada law (AB 356, 2021) bans nonfunctional turf, and Clark County enforces strict water waste ordinances through the SNWA. Xeriscaped and drip-irrigated gardens are encouraged.
Unincorporated Clark County allows front yard edible and ornamental gardens. However, southern Nevada's aggressive water conservation policies shape what is practical and permissible. Assembly Bill 356 (2021) requires the removal of nonfunctional turf (ornamental grass not used for recreation) by 2027 in southern Nevada communities served by the Colorado River. This law does not apply to edible gardens or functional turf areas, but it reflects the region's strong stance on water conservation. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) offers Water Smart Landscape rebates of $3 per square foot for converting turf to water-efficient landscaping. Front yard gardens should use drip irrigation rather than overhead sprinklers to comply with Clark County and SNWA water waste ordinances, which prohibit water runoff onto sidewalks, streets, or neighboring properties. Clark County Title 30 (Unified Development Code) governs landscaping requirements for new developments and may include provisions on minimum landscaping coverage and approved plant materials. HOAs in master-planned communities (Summerlin, Green Valley, etc.) may have additional restrictions on front yard gardens, though Nevada law (NRS 116.2102) limits HOA restrictions on water-efficient landscaping. Desert-adapted food plants like citrus trees, pomegranates, figs, herbs, and raised bed vegetables are popular in the region.
No penalty for having a front yard garden. However, water waste — such as irrigating between 11 AM and 7 PM from May through August or allowing runoff — can result in SNWA water waste citations starting at a written warning, then $80 for a first fine, up to $1,280 for repeat violations.
Boulder City, NV
Boulder City Title 11 limits front yard fences to 3 to 4 feet and side and rear yard fences to 6 feet, with stricter rules in the Historic District.
Boulder City, NV
Boulder City enforces NRS 461A and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code requiring barriers at least 5 feet tall around pools deeper than 18 inches.
Boulder City, NV
Boulder City requires a building permit for most fences over 6 feet tall and for any fence in the historic district per Title 11 Planning and Zoning.
Boulder City, NV
Retaining walls over 4 feet in height or supporting a surcharge require a building permit and engineered plans under the adopted International Building Code.
Boulder City, NV
Boulder City allows common fence materials like wood, masonry, vinyl, and wrought iron, with additional design review required in the Historic District.
Boulder City, NV
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